Taylor County, Wisconsin - Transportation

Transportation

The state of Wisconsin has jurisdiction over 120 miles (190 km) of state highways in Taylor County, including STH 13, 64, 73, 97, and 102. STH 13 runs north-south through the eastern half of the county and STH 73 is the major north-south highway in the western half of the county. STH 64 is the major highway running east-west through Taylor county. Through a contractual agreement with the state, the Taylor County Highway Department is responsible for maintenance of state highways and right-of-ways.

A network of 250 miles (400 km) of county highways serves Taylor County's rural areas. Major east-west highways include A, D, M, and O. Major north-south routes include C, E, and H.

Towns in Taylor County are responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of their individual town roads.

There is one designated Rustic Road in Taylor County. Dedicated in 1975, Rustic Road No. 1, a five-mile (8 km) long gravel road between STH 102 and CTH D near Rib Lake was the first Rustic Road in Wisconsin. This road crosses through scenic hills and valleys created by glaciers nearly 12,000 years ago. A historical marker alongside the road commemorates the designation.

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